Dental Assistant

About Us

Smile Solutions, "Melbourne's Home of Dentistry"™, is located in the magnificent Manchester Unity Building in the heart of Melbourne's CBD. We occupy four entire levels, plus the tower, all of which are of great significance within the art deco movement and Australia's national architectural heritage.

We are a multidisciplinary practice, home to 60 practitioners, 20 of which are board registered specialists in the fields of oral surgery, endodontics, orthodontics, periodontics and prosthodontics.

Our nursing department is made up of senior and junior dental nurses who are all committed to the day to day running of our practice. 

About the Role

An exciting opportunity is available to join our successful dental practice, Smile Solutions, as a general Dental Assistant on a full-time basis. This role is located at our beautiful practice across four levels and the tower of the Manchester Unity Building.

Responsibilities:

• Chair side assisting for a wide range of treatment supporting Oral Health Therapists, General Dentists and Board Registered Specialists.
• Maintaining infection control standards.
• Sterilisation procedures and room changeovers.

The upside of working at Smile Solutions:

• 60% discount on dental treatments for staff and their children.
• 20% discount on dental treatments for partners, spouses, family, and friends.
• Conveniently located in the heart of Melbourne CBD, 5-minute walk from Flinders Street Station!
• Quarterly staff events and social activities.
• Seasonal AFL ticket offers at both the MCG and Marvel.
• A beautiful environment that's nurturing and supportive.

Skills and Qualifications

• Prior Dental Assisting experience is essential
• Certificate III/IV in Dental Assisting (or commitment to completing)
• Excellent infection control
• Knowledge of CareStack preferred but not essential
• A high level of initiative and motivation
• A drive to learn and flourish
• The ability to integrate into a large practice

We are seeking a dental assistant who is ready to learn. This position offers a wide variety of clinical experience along with a strong support team and structured training and mentoring. 

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining for us your experience and motivation to work in our team. Please note, we reserve the right to commence shortlisting immediately, only suitable candidates will be contacted. 

Remuneration is negotiable and is based on experience within the industry.